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Hochul Announces $9 NYC Congestion Toll Ahead of Trump's Inauguration

Nov 13, 2024, 08:50 PM

Governor Kathy Hochul plans to revive New York City's congestion pricing program, introducing a $9 toll—the lowest allowed without requiring another environmental impact assessment—for vehicles entering Midtown and Lower Manhattan. The original $15 toll was reduced by 40% in response to concerns about the financial burden on working New Yorkers. Tolls would increase over time. The congestion pricing aims to fund mass transit, reduce traffic congestion, unclog streets, improve public health, generate economic activity, and create jobs. The plan, which had been paused before the election, is set to be formally announced on Thursday, with implementation expected before President-elect Donald Trump, who opposes the measure, is inaugurated. There is bipartisan opposition from lawmakers representing Staten Island and Brooklyn, who argue the toll is an unfair tax on drivers. Meanwhile, supporters emphasize the benefits to the city's economy and environment.